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New words
vasectomy -> sterilization -> vas deferents
cue = signal script
owe = obligated
pickup => van, truck
altercation = quarrel
persona
epic: a long poem; long and arduous
quiche: a baked flan or tart
agility -> agile
billboard = hoarding
divulge = disclose(private or sensitive)
rumormonger, warmonger
incinerators = waste burner
constipation -> hardened feces or excrement
bowels = intestie
plucky = courageous
felony - crime - misdemeanor
cremate: burning of the dead
mixer (drinks)
squash (drinks)
free-from
ceramic => clay, porcelain, pottery
compost = organic fertilizer
flophouse, rooming house = (BR) dosshouse
cellophane: viscose wrapper
ranitidine
antihistamine => histamine
stampede: a sudden panicked rush of animals
epitaph => elegy or lament, inscription tombstones
foodie
manicure set => cosmetic treatment of hands
hairdo = hair style
forensic
premium: amount paid, an extra sum
meningitis => me'ninges (lining of skull)
condiment: substance adding flavor to food
dementia: mental illness
escalator
perk
pickpocket, shoplifting
conviction: pronouncement of guilt
pneumonia
coronavirus
downhill
pet a dog
frostbite
lentils and beans
colon (human body)
broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage
Brussels sprouts and onions
protein intake
a common fad (vogue)
pennant flag: ship banner
caravan
repatriation - return
poop (AE) = excrement = defecate
asymptomatic = no symptoms
narcissist: excessive self interest
enigmatic = mysterious
consort = partner, spouse
buffeting wind => violent striking of turbulence
statutory: enacted by statute (law)
to toot (a horn or trumpet)
to the tune of: amounting to or involving
noseweight
gastroenterologist
hepatology (liver and gullblader)
pass double the usual average
wisecrack = joke, a witty remark
ferment (brew)
carbs=carbohydrates
culprit = guilty party
sweater = jumper = pullover = jersey
If it smells, it won’t be noisy; if it’s noisy, it won’t smell.
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